A woman who went missing over the weekend has been found after a concern for her welfare was launched

A fascinating look at the history of one of Dorset's best-known visitor attractions will be offered at a special talk in Lyme Regis next month.

Artist Liz Wright will be exhibiting her work at the Jenny Penney Local Makers Shop and Gallery from September 9 to September 12

With energy bills rising in October, an expert has revealed a few of the appliances you can turn off to save some extra money.

Another year of Bridport’s world-renowned hat festival has come to a close as thousands came to enjoy in town.

Traffic jams are being reported on the A35 near a village in west Dorset

A remarkable 1903 newspaper account tells how Dorset smugglers landed French brandy at Charmouth

These amazing images show scenes from the Friendly Society fête held at Whitchurch Canonicorum in July 1909

Why not try this beautiful Dorset walk which links two ancient villages and takes in two churches?

People living in Dorset have said which subscriptions offer best value in the area

Officers are appealing for anyone with information to come forward as they search for a missing woman last seen in Dorset

A fantastic weekend at Dorset County Show continues today

On Hell Lane you can step into a hidden world on Dorset's most unusual footpath

Frogs can become quite noisy if they shelter in your garden but there is an easy way to deter them from your home.

Bridport’s annual hat festival was a huge success as thousands celebrated one of the town’s last events of the summer in the sunshine

Crews from Bridport Fire Station rushed to Morcombelake after being alerted to a plume of smoke in the area by a nearby driver

Bridport FC has launched an appeal for community donations and business backing to help replace a deteriorating boundary wall beside the River Brit and a public footpath.

A number of targeted patrols were carried out in Bridport last night following concerns of yob behaviour in town

Two children have been rescued after getting into difficulty in the water in Lyme Regis

Bridport Hat Festival is set to celebrate its 16th year, offering a unique fusion of fashion, art, and local culture on September 5.

It has been a year since Eype picnic area closed for the final time, bringing an end to a popular stopping point on the A35 near Bridport

Drivers are being warned of delays in Dorchester as the county’s biggest agricultural show gets underway

A Lyme Regis-born television producer has been ordered to return from the United States to New Zealand to face 33 charges of dishonestly obtaining funding for television productions

More A35 closures come into force next week with road users being advised to prepare in advance

AN £8.1million overspend this year is being forecast by Dorset Council, with rising care costs and delayed savings putting pressure on its budget.

It has been a year since Eype picnic area closed for the final time, bringing an end to a popular stopping point on the A35 near Bridport

A special history walk on September 13 will invite locals and visitors to see Beaminster through fresh eyes and uncover fascinating stories from its past.

Judi Love and Jon Richardson have been announced for Bake Off's new spin-off show, Second Helpings.

Work is officially underway to restore Bridport’s oldest theatre after a tremendous effort from the community raised hundreds of thousands to save it

Bridport and Lyme Regis weather forecast: cloudy with rain risk on Friday, sunny spells at weekend. Highs up to 23°C, low pollen, breezy conditions.

Artists of the Jurassic Coast will be held at the Eype Centre for the Arts from September 8 to October 4

Visitors will have a rare chance to climb St Mary’s Church tower in Bridport, see its recently restored bells and try an unusual ringing system during this year’s Hat Festival

This weekend sees the release of a new take on the Robin Hood legend starring Hugh Jackman, co-existing alongside other films in Dorset cinemas

Towels smelling musty? An expert reveals simple laundry mistakes to avoid and how to keep bath towels fresh, soft and fluffy for longer.

An epic annual swimming challenge in west Dorset has been cancelled due to weather

A main access route on Lyme Regis seafront is to close next week for while work is carried out to a building

The popular Weymouth Parkrun is returning but organisers have warned 'we won't be back' without help

The Norwegian-flagged chemical tanker Bow Trajectory was seen off the Dorset coast and is now heading to the Netherlands

A new annual trophy honouring the late Bridport Town Crier John Collingwood will be awarded during a special town crier competition staged as part of this year’s Bridport Hat Festival.

We have received reports of a 'major incident' at Bournemouth Airport last night, the plane involved is believed to be the Jet2 flight arriving from Kos International Airport, Greece. Bournemouth Airport, Jet2 and emergency services have been contact...

Pest control experts say that wasps become more aggressive at this time of year because their food supply begins to run out

THERE were fears a building had caught fire on the outskirts of Bridport late last night

A new summer fete and dog show got tails wagging in west Dorset.

A CRASH which saw a vehicle leave the road near Charmouth left those inside with injuries

What began as a birthday holiday walk on the Dorset coast quickly became a frightening ordeal

Dorset Council has announced plans to temporarily close Pettycrate Lane in Chideock to allow work aimed at reducing the risk of flooding in the area.

Earth My Earth, a free weekend of performance, art and community exchange, will take place in Bridport on September 12 and September 13.

Sam Hackett, from Beaminster, will walk 100 miles for Desmoid Aid UK alongside her black Labrador, Pippin, as part of the Walk 100 Miles in September campaign.

Western Gateway STB is offering up to £50k to fund rural transport schemes in the South West region.

A Walk Down the Aisle, presented by Theresa Weller, will take place at St Mary's Church, South Street, Bridport, on Friday, September 11.